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Who is Liable for a Truck Tire Blowout Accident?
It is something that no one wants to think about ever happening to them. You are driving down the highway and there is an 18-wheeler in front of you. Suddenly, you notice tread flying through the air. A tire on the truck has blown out and now, you are in real danger. Tire blowouts… Read More »
What You Need to Know About Truck Rollovers
Commercial trucks are particularly prone to rollover accidents because of their large size and weight. A truck rollover can result in catastrophic injuries and in the worst of cases, even fatalities. If you have been hurt in a truck rollover accident, you may have legal options to obtain compensation. It is important to work… Read More »
What Not to Say to the Insurance Company After an 18-Wheeler Accident
If you were involved in an accident with an 18-wheeler, you may be able to file a claim for compensation against the liable party. Filing a claim involves dealing with the insurance company representing the liable party, which is never easy. Shortly after the crash, an insurance adjuster will likely conduct an investigation and… Read More »
Which State has the Most Truck Accidents?
Every year around the country, thousands of truck accidents occur. However, they do happen in some states more commonly than in others. This is often due to the fact that states with higher rates of truck accidents have busy international ports that receive and ship products, or they are transportation hubs. So, what state… Read More »
How to Obtain Your Accident Report After a Truck Crash
There are many steps you should take after any truck accident. One of these is to contact law enforcement. After contacting law enforcement, they will visit the accident scene, question all parties involved, and write and file an accident report. This report is a very important piece of evidence in any traffic accident. It… Read More »
Why are Drowsy Truck Drivers So Dangerous?
An 80,000 pound transport truck barreling down a highway at 65 miles per hour can be an intimidating sight. These massive vehicles, and the drivers operating them, have a responsibility to move goods throughout Texas, and the nation. It can be a tiring and demanding job. It is not uncommon for truck drivers to… Read More »
I-35 is One of Texas’ Deadliest Highways for Truck Accidents
Many people in Central Texas use I-35 every day but according to a new study, it is the second deadliest roadway for truck accidents in The Lone Star State. The only roadway with more fatal crashes than I-35 is Interstate 10. The Texas Department of Public Safety says one of the reasons I-35 is… Read More »
What are Punitive Damages After a Company Vehicle Accident?
Accidents involving company vehicles, whether they are 18-wheelers, transport trailers, garbage trucks, other types of heavy vehicles, delivery vans, or pick-up trucks have catastrophic results. These crashes are often fatal but even when accident victims survive, they will suffer some of the most serious injuries including traumatic brain injuries, bone fractures, paralysis, spinal injuries,… Read More »
Can I Receive Punitive Damages After a Truck Accident?
The injuries and property damage in the aftermath of a truck accident are extremely serious. If you have sustained amputations, broken bones, traumatic head injuries, or other significant injuries, you may be able to obtain compensation for your medical bills, lost income, and other losses, like pain, suffering, and loss of enjoyment of life…. Read More »
Things to Know About Wrongful Death Claims After a Fatal Truck Accident
When fully loaded, a commercial truck can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. Even when a truck is not carrying cargo, the sheer size and weight of these vehicles cause some of the most serious injuries. In the most tragic of cases, victims do not survive it and family members are left grieving the significant… Read More »
